Does Onn Roku TV have Bluetooth?

When purchasing a new TV, connectivity options are the top priority for many users. Among these, Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity are sought after for screen mirroring, pairing devices, wireless streaming, etc. Bluetooth is one of the most used connection method as most devices now come with Bluetooth support. But not all Roku TVs have Bluetooth for wireless connectivity.

If youโ€™re planning to buy an Onn Roku TV, you might be wondering: Does Onn Roku TV have Bluetooth? We will answer your question here. Read on to know more about connection methods on Onn Roku TV.

Do Onn Roku TVs come with Bluetooth?

No, Onn Roku TVs do not have Bluetooth connectivity. However, users can connect Bluetooth soundbars and headphones to Onn Roku TV using a feature called private listening. In today’s era, where smart devices are dominating the world, it seems odd that some large-screen smart TVs lack Bluetooth capability.

Here I will show you some alternate methods to connect wireless headphones and soundbars to Onn Roku TV.

How to Connect Onn Roku TV with Bluetooth Devices

Using the Roku App

The best way to connect Bluetooth devices with your Onn Roku TV is using your smartphone as remote. Yes with the help of smartphone, you can channel your Roku TV audio to your bluetooth device. Roku call this feature private listening. This works great and it has been tested. Here’s how it works:

Step 1: Open the Roku app on your phone. Make sure the app is set up with your TV. The Roku app is available for both Android and iOS.

Step 2: Pair the Bluetooth headphones or soundbar with your phone as you do usually.

Step 3: Now, click on the Devices tab in the app.

Connect bluetooth devices to Insignia Roku TV

Step 4: Tap on Remote under your Roku TV.

Step 5: Once the virtual remote opens, click on the headphones icon.

Once you do, you will see a headphone icon in your Onn Roku TV at the top-right side. It indicates that the headphones are successfully connected to the TV. And the audio will now come through the bluetooth device.

Using Wireless Connection (Limited devices)

If you have a Roku soundbar or Roku enabled devices, you can connect through wireless connection. For this, you need to look for the Remote & devices option under Settings. This may or may not work, depending on your TV capability. Here’s what you need to do:

roku bluetooth soundbar

Step 1: Put your Soundbar or headphone into pairing mode. Now press the Home button on the remote control.

Step 2: Navigate to Settings > Remote & devices.

Step 3: Choose Wireless headphones or speaker from the available options. If it’s not available, try Add new device option.

Step 4: Click on Add new wireless headphones.

Step 5: The TV will look for the device. Once you find your device select it.

That’s it. You have successfully connected your Bluetooth device to the Onn Roku smart TV. The first methods works for every Roku TV, however this method does not have huge success.

While the Roku Onn TV does not have Bluetooth connectivity, you can still connect Bluetooth headphones to the TV either by adding a new wireless device or connecting through the Roku app.

If you have any questions related to the article, do let us know in the comments below.

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Harsh Saxena

Hi! I am Harsh and I write about technology on different websites. I frequently write about these topics and cover them. I am available on Twitter at @Harsh4saxena or Email me at harsh4saxena@gmail.com to send in your feedback and tips. Worked at GadgetsToUse, BrowserToUse, DailyTechByte, FreshFounder, and with many other websites as an author and researcher.

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